Add a twinkle to your eyes with a stroke of this vivid shade. "Violet makes brown eyes richer, greens greener, and blues more intense," says makeup artist Tom Pecheux. Line the upper and lower rims to create a burst of color around eyes; for a smoky effect, smudge with a cotton swab.

Navy blue isn't just for sailor stripes and prep-school uniforms. Deeply pigmented yet classic enough not to be jarring, it looks especially gorgeous on brown eyes. Brush it across lids, into the crease, and past the outer corners. Finish by spreading gold beneath the lower lashes. "Gold shadow catches the light and adds a beautiful accent," Pecheux says.

When you want to make a statement (or an entrance), this vivacious pink-and-purple blend is the way to go. "This unique color surprisingly works on all skin tones," says Pecheux. Use a lip brush when applying to keep the edges defined, and keep the rest of your makeup simple: Just go over lashes with mascara and darken brows a touch.

We love the way our cheeks look when we're exercising outside in the crisp, autumn air. Get the flush—minus the exertion—using this daring red hue. The shade does enhance skin redness, so begin by concealing any blemishes or spots. Then, dust the blush onto the apples of cheeks with a circular motion and sweep up along cheekbones. Just be sure to use a light hand in applying, as reds are easy to overdo.

The '80s gave pastel eye shadows a bad rap, but this shimmering blue-green shade is more glamorous than garish. "Either draw a very thin line along your upper lashes or spread the color all over the lids," Pecheux says. As with many light shades, the darker your skin, the deeper the color should be.

Baby pink gloss gives lips an ultrafeminine tint—to toughen up the color, pair it with dark smoldering eyes. Pecheux recommends layering on a few coats if you have fair or medium skin. But because this shade can look frosty on dark skin, he suggests applying just a few dots and rubbing lips together for a sheer finish.